The lyrics, written by Simon Lindroos and Miruna Ioana Iova, detail the struggle with "inner demons" that emerge in the dark.
This draft paper analyzes the song by Swedish producer UNDREAM featuring Romanian artist IOVA , exploring its themes of sleep paralysis and internal conflict. UNDREAM - Monster (ft. IOVA)
The song portrays the helplessness of being awake but unable to move or speak. IOVA’s plea, "Let me sleep you monster," highlights a desperate search for peace amidst terror. The lyrics, written by Simon Lindroos and Miruna
1. Introduction
Released on November 5, 2021, on the CloudKid label, "Monster" is a dark alt-pop collaboration between Swedish producer and Romanian singer-songwriter IOVA . The track serves as a visceral exploration of the "silent horrors" experienced when lying awake at night, specifically focusing on the psychological and physical manifestations of sleep paralysis . 2. Lyrical Themes: The Nighttime Terror IOVA’s plea, "Let me sleep you monster," highlights
Phrases like "counting sheep, but they're all black" and the repetition of "tick-tock" symbolize a distorted sense of time and mounting anxiety.
The "monster" is not just an external entity but a reflection of the self. The lyrics "It's just my reflection / Can't look at myself the same" suggest that the true fear stems from internal identity and unresolved trauma. 3. Production and Sonic Identity